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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Mirroring/Emulating Jesus-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 14, 2020
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    1 of ? Peter calls his audience to mirror/reflect/emulate Christ Jesus. God’s people will strive to intentionally mirror/reflect Christ Jesus. But What of Christ Jesus are God’s people to reflect/mirror? Mirroring Jesus reflects...


    MIRRORING/Emulating JESUS-I—1Peter 3:18--4:6 Attention: Every day, just before I leave for work, I put certain things in my pockets as I get ready to leave the house—2 to 3 sets of keys, a comb, a pocketknife, a phone, etc. Hershey(our largest dog) often follows me into the bedroom, lies on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gerald du Preez avatar

    Happy New Year" Or "Let's Begin Again"

    Contributed by Gerald Du Preez on Jul 20, 2010
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    A reflection on new beginnings that a New Year brings with a focus on the Ultimate Beginning -- God -- who can give us the ultimate new beginning.

    Happy New Year Or Let’s Begin Again • Almost forgotten that it’s a new year. o Still appropriate to wish you a Happy New Year? o Has the New Year been happy for you? o Have you kept/broken your New Year’s resolutions? • Why did we look forward to the end of the year ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Letting Go Of The Burden Of Shame. Psalm 103:11-12

    Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 11, 2024
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     | 782 views

    A message about letting go of the past shame in our lives and putting the past in the past.

    “Letting go of the Burden of Shame. Psalm 103:11-12 Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    For Eternal Hope Series

    Contributed by Scott Jewell on Feb 25, 2024
     | 2,420 views

    Paul prays for believers to have hope in Christ Jesus. How is this different from worldly hope and how does it help us navigate life?

    Have you ever thought about how the meaning of a symbol or a logo can change meanings if you were to rotate it upside down? For example, if you turn the hands over on our title slide, it looks kind of like someone is now washing their hands. If you rotate the lesser than symbol in math, it becomes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lesson 2 : Truncated History Series

    Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Dec 10, 2009
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    A very truncated look at the history of christianity. This message presupposes that many people believe restoration history bypasses the reformation and catholicism. However, it is unhealthy to not acknowlege our past. Instead we ought to embrace it.

    HISTORY: Very, Very Truncated. “In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the universe.” Hebrews 1:1 In trying to better ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Counting Blessings Amid Trials Series

    Contributed by Peter Ceccardi on Dec 3, 2024
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    Charles Dickens once said, “Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has plenty; not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.”

    Introduction: Theme of Gratitude and Faith in Trials Brethren, as we gather to begin this series, Echoes of Christmas: God’s Unfolding Plan, our hearts are tuned to Thanksgiving. It is fitting that we turn our minds to the matter of gratitude—an act not for days of ease alone but for days of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Acts 2:42 Blueprint

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. John Varughese on May 14, 2025
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    Acts 2:42 is not merely a record of the past; it serves as a Blueprint for cultivating community and faith. By embracing these practices, you invite a transformative journey that reflects the vitality and spirit of the early church.

    Picture a cozy, inviting living room filled with close friends, heartfelt conversations, and laughter that nourishes the soul. This image captures the spirit of the early church as described in Acts 2:42. Believers came together with purpose—devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching, sharing in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Nick Penders avatar

    How Can I Know God’s Will For My Life?

    Contributed by Nick Penders on Sep 17, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,109 views

    Many people doesn't know how to discern God's will. With this explanation I hope we can learn and find God's will in our life and be determined to do the will of God

    How Can I Know God’s Will For My Life? God has purpose for our life. We can see in Ephesians 2:10 “For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Because we are Christians God has a purpose for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Crowd Behavior”

    Contributed by Dusan Tillinger on Mar 30, 2012
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    It is a blessing and very important for our faith to consider what kind of crowd we have merged into, what we hold in our hands, and what we are shouting.

    John 12:12-13, “The next day the great crowd that had come for the Feast heard that Jesus was on his way to Jerusalem. They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting, “Hosanna!” In my sermon today I want to focus on and examine the crowds that were present during Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jason Jones avatar

    On The 7th Day Of The 5th Month

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 12, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,790 views

    Exposition of 2 Kings 25 regarding reflections on the 10th Anniversary of 9/11.

    Text: 2 Kings 25:1-30, Title: On the 7th Day of the 5th Month, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/11/11, AM A. Opening illustration: you probably remember where you were on Sept 11 about 9:00… B. Background to passage: The day was August 24, 585 BC. The siege of Jerusalem had been ongoing for about 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God's People Are Locked Down: Reflections, Responses, And Responsibilities

    Contributed by Joel Tejedo on Apr 6, 2020
     | 6,157 views

    Our journey in life is sometimes parallel to the people of Israel, who came out from Egypt, given a promise to inherit the Promise Land, but in between these journeys, they were "stationed" in a place, a trap, with nowhere to go.

    When God's People Is Locked Down: Responses, Reflections, and Responsibilities A Sermon Message on Exodus 14:1-20 By Dr. Joel A. Tejedo, D.Min. Pharaoh will think, ‘The Israelites are wandering around the land in confusion, hemmed in by the desert.’ Exodus 14:3 Introduction In 2011, my ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Visionary View: Seeing Through A Glass Darkly Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023
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     | 1,043 views

    The concept of seeing through a glass darkly reminds us that our understanding is limited, but God's wisdom is infinite.

    Visionary View: Seeing Through a Glass Darkly Good day, dear congregation. Today, we gather to explore the concept of seeing through a glass darkly, a phrase found in the Bible, which holds profound meaning for our spiritual journey. Opening Prayer: Let us begin with a prayer. Heavenly Father, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Becoming An Exceptional Christian

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023
     | 1,509 views

    The Spirit does His internal makeover of attitude, desires, and values. As we apply outwardly, we conform to His standard.

    A. HOW TO BE AN EXCEPTIONAL CHRISTIAN 1. Daniel became exceptional based on his vow to God. “Daniel purposed in his heart” (Dan. 1:8, KJV). a. Knowing is foundation on which you control your life. b. Feeling is motivation, giving energy to your life. c. Will gives direction to your life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shine Thomas avatar

    Reaching For The Prize 1 Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 19, 2023
     | 1,792 views

    I think Apostle Paul must have loved athletics and he uses it in his writings. The analogy is that of a runner who is running to win so that he might gain the prize.

    INTRODUCTION The theme here is reaching for the prize. I think Apostle Paul must have loved athletics and he uses it in his writings. The analogy is that of a runner who is running to win so that he might gain the prize. Paul is talking about Christian efforts toward growth. Many believers live a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brad Beaman avatar

    The Lord’s Supper Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 22, 2023
     | 6,942 views

    We will look at the Lord’s supper from three perspectives. As a memorial – past As communion- present As a hope in the return of Christ - future

    The Lord’s supper should be one of the most moving and meaningful services we observe. Just as baptism is a visual picture of the death burial and resurrection of Jesus and our new life in Christ, so the Lord’s supper communicates important aspects of our faith. We insist that the elements are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist